1997 Citroen C 15 vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1997 Citroen C 15 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1997 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 955 kg more than 1997 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Citroen C 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen C 15 | 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | C 15 | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |
